What Foods to Eat When You Have Diabetes and Kidney Disease

Kidney diseases progresses at a faster rate in people with Diabetes, especially when diabetes is poorly controlled. Diet is one of the most important treatments in managing Diabetic Kidney Disease. If you have been diagnosed with this disorder, you can consult your dietitian or our online experts for a best meal plan. The following text gives a general introduction for your reference.

1. Modulate the intake of protein

Limiting protein intake may be helpful in early stage kidney disease. Usually, the recommended intake of 15-20% of daily calorie intake in the form of proteins is suitable to most diabetic with renal disease. Refer to foods like lean cuts of meat, poultry, fish and seafood; eggs, low cholesterol egg substitute.

2. Do not eat processed foods

These foods are often high in salt and phosphorus. Reduce the sodium intake by avoiding processed foods and restrict the use of table salt. For patients with advanced kidney disease, high phosphorus foods including processed foods, colas and dairies need to be limited.

3. Restrict potassium-rich foods

Diabetes can worsen potassium control, as low levels of insulin exacerbate high potassium, which can result in abnormal heartbeats or even death. Diabetes and kidney disease patients should restrict foods high in potassium such as bananas, oranges, kiwi, mango, cantaloupes, potatoes, tomatoes, spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, beets, carrots, dates, nuts, avocados, etc.

Right diet not only is essential in the management of Diabetes, but it also plays an important role in preserving renal functions. If you still have any question about management of Diabetic Nephropathy, feel free to email us at kidneyservice@hotmail.com. We will reply you as soon as possible!